Currently, there is a lot of not only useful information on social networks, but also harmful information, which, at best, will not affect your computer in any way, and at worst, will lead to its breakdown. And everything can happen because of ordinary spam, which spreads very well and quickly on the Internet, and especially on the VKontakte website.
Instructions
Step 1
Spam, links to malicious sites, sending passwords to third parties are all dangerous, but you can try to avoid it by observing some rules and warnings. The bulk of spam comes in private messages from unknown users. There are, of course, exceptions. Therefore, before clicking on any link, carefully check the message: spam messages usually use your name and many different characters. Better ignore it. And to get rid of unnecessary messages, in the settings, restrict the access to send messages.
Step 2
Very often invitations to various groups do not bring anything useful to you (again, from unknown users). For example, you are offered to quickly lose weight, find out the secret of your last name, or learn how to draw graffiti using the program. But by clicking on the next link, you yourself may be susceptible to hacking, and then spam will be sent from your account to other users. The page will be blocked. You will need to change your password.
Step 3
To reduce the risk of being hacked, create a strong password using different characters. There are special programs that pick up simple passwords. Never enter your VKontakte password on other sites if asked. Look carefully at the addresses of the links that are sent. Perhaps one letter has been replaced.
Remove spam messages from the wall. Thus, you will protect not only yourself, but also other users who can follow the link.
Step 4
Many sites have the ability to report specific people or resources. But only if you believe that the information that is sent from them contains harm. There are black and white lists. Naturally, the one who is on the "black list" will not be able to send you anything.
Step 5
Of course, you can hardly get rid of spam completely. With the improvement of security, the methods of hacking and distribution methods are improving. The world is progressing, not standing still. Therefore, always carefully check questionable messages, because for a long time the same will not be sent. Try to limit yourself from spam in every possible way.
